Sermons on Fig Tree Withers:

Desperate Housewives - Mother's Day 2005

Contributed by Steven Dow on May 5, 2005

Desperate houswives and the rest of us are searching for something to make our lives complete.

DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES Mother’s Day, May 8, 2005 Luke 15:8-19 Thesis: Desperate housewives (along with the rest of us) are searching for something to make their lives complete. Wisteria. It’s the name of a twisting vine with beautiful blossoms. Wisteria is known for its ability to climb high; yet ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:8-9

All Sold Out Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on May 16, 2005

4th in long series on Joshua. It speaks of Rahab the prostitute, and why God picked her to help His people.

‘BE092902 PLAYING ON GOD’S TEAM 4 There’s No “I” In Team. (Opening SLIDE) When was the first time you saw the gift of tongues or prophecy in operation? Some of you without much church background don’t have a clue what I’m talking about! You’ll know more in 30 minutes. - Others of you have ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

How To Become Personally Effective

Contributed by Andrew Chan on May 19, 2005

The acid test of how I am becoming more effective is ...

How to become personally effective Eph.4:25-5:2 Last week, we reviewed what it means to become effective for God, we discovered together many Christians are not living effective lives, and for the most part it is because they often stop at the law, when asked, why don’t lie, don’t murder, all ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

What Is His Name? Series

Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on May 30, 2005

As members of the 21st Century church, it is essential that we understand, the totality and the fullness of God and the Power of His Name.

Series: The Power of the Name (Philippians 2: 9-10 ~ Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name: That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth;) Sermon 1: What Is His Name? ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

God Can! Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 4, 2005

When things seem impossible to us, God can!

SERIES: “LESSONS FROM THE EARLY CHURCH” TEXT: ACTS 19:8-20 TITLE: “GOD CAN!” INTRODUCTION: A. Three boys who lived in the same neighborhood got to bragging one day. None of the three could top the other two until they started bragging about ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:8-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Knowing Where The Land Mines Are Buried Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 12, 2004

If you’re going to climb a mountain like "life" you need some tools...some handles.

THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC Dr. Russell Brownworth, D.Min., Pastor January 11, 2004 1 Thessalonians 5:16-28 (NIV) We are about to begin a series of four messages on "Life Handles" taken from 1 Thessalonians 5:16 - 2 Thessalonians 3:5. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-28

Denomination: United Methodist

Have An Ear Exam? What Hear Ye? Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 27, 2004

This is an illustrated sermon on hearing what the spirit of God is saying to the chuch. Will we listen?

HAVE AN EAR EXAMINATION? WHAT HEAR YE? By Wade Martin Hughes,Sr.; Kyfingers@aol.com This is a three part series. Illustrated sermon: You will need, a kitchen faucet, two glasses; light bulb, extension cord with bear wires on end exposed; Oscar the Grouch from Sesame Street in a garbage can, and a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Assailing The Gates"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Feb 6, 2004

The church doesn’t exist to protect the camp; but to move against the foe.

“…I will build My church; and the gates of Hades shall not overpower it” This statement by Jesus, in context, is a response to Peter’s confession of Him as the Christ, the Son of the Living God, there in Matthew 16:16 A proper exegesis of this passage would have to include the whole passage, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Orthodox

Ups And Downs Of Obedience Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Feb 9, 2004

A look at Elijah and how his obedience wasn’t determined by his feelings.

What type of person does God choose to confront politicians with His word? If you were to picture in your mind that type of person who would it be? Billy Graham? Perhaps he’s held audiences with every American President for forty years. Tony Campola? Maybe, he’s one of the three pastors who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:41-46, James 5:17

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Cross Of The Christ And The Two Others Series

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Mar 5, 2004

Part Two of our series entitled “the Passion of the Christ: Curious? Find out more!”

The Cross of the Christ and the Two Others Luke 23:32-43 Today we are on Part Two of our series entitled “the Passion of the Christ: Curious? Find out more!” Glad you are here to find out more. That Mel Gibson movie “The Passion of the Christ” sure has got a lot of attention, hasn’t it? From the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Kiss The Son

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Dec 1, 2003

How are you responding to Christ?

Psalm 2:1-12 Kiss the Son Woodlawn Baptist Church November 23, 2003 Introduction A few weeks ago when we studied Psalm 1, you saw from the Scriptures that when you boil all of life down, all we are left with are the decisions we make for or against the Lord Jesus Christ. The psalmist showed us ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

God's Purpose

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 30, 2004

1- God’s purpose in our worship 2- God’s purpose in our relationships

INTRO.- Where are you headed? Where are you going? ILL.- Two friends went hunting for moose in Canada every year. Each time they were flown out to the marshland in a small bush plane. After landing them at the hunting site, the pilot said, “I’ll pick you up in four days and you can only ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Good Start Is Not Good Enough

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 2, 2004

From the life of Solomon we learn that a good start is not enough. (1 King - pt 1)

"SOLOMON, AGOOD START ISN’T ENOUGH" TEXT: 1 KINGS 1-11 INTRODUCTION Have you ever noticed in life that a good start isn’t always enough. Now there is nothing wrong with a good start mind you, but it is often not enough to get us to the finish line or the winners circle. And if you don’t ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

According To The Promise

Contributed by David Richardson on Apr 13, 2004

In Genesis 21 we are blessed with a very important beginning, the beginning of the nation of Israel. Earlier in scripture, God had promised Abraham a son and now was fulfilling that promise in providing Isaac.

I. Introduction The Old contains the New and the New explains the Old. What that means is that the New Testament can be seen in the Old Testament. In the Old Testament, God makes known predictions, prophecies, and typologies. And, in the revelation of these predictions, prophecies, and typologies, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-34

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Walk In Wisdom-Walk With God

Contributed by Mike Hays on Apr 15, 2004

If we want to live wisely then we must walk with God.

“Walk In Wisdom? Walk With God” Proverbs 1 Last week we began our new study of Solomon’s book of Proverbs. I hope that you walked away from our study thinking to yourself, “Those ancient wisdom sayings of Proverbs are more relevant to my life today than anything being offered by the authorities ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ